
Surf Forecasts:
Broad Cove surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 3PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 8s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 23 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, SSW swell with 2,587 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 17 Jul, 3PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Broad Cove this week:
The surf forecast for Broad Cove over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 3PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 14s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Broad Cove in the next 16 days are 3.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 3s period and expected on Friday (Jul 17) at 9AM.
| Wave Type | Time (ADT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3PM (Fri 17th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 3PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Broad Cove over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for Broad Cove.
The next couple of weeks are a real mixed bag. We get a little taste of action early on, but then it goes quiet for a long stretch. The real payoff is tucked away at the end of the period, and honestly, that's the only time I'd be getting too excited.
Friday 17th kicks things off with some small, clean waves. The morning sees a modest 2ft swell from the SSW, with a cross-offshore breeze keeping things tidy. The energy is weak (68), but it's a start. The afternoon picks up a bit to 3ft with a clean offshore wind, and the energy bumps up to moderate (136). It's surfable, but nothing to write home about.
Saturday 18th morning offers a tiny 1ft SE swell with a very long period of 13 seconds. That's a proper groundswell, but it's just too small to do much with. The energy is weak (65). The afternoon gets messy with a 3ft SSW windswell and a fresh cross-shore wind, making it a write-off.
Then we hit a real dry spell. Sunday 19th brings a 7ft swell, but it's blown out by a strong cross-shore wind. While the energy is strong (452), the conditions are poor. The afternoon is a bit cleaner with a 6ft swell, but it's still a marginal call. Monday 20th afternoon is the first glimmer of hope, with a 4ft SSW swell, a clean cross-offshore breeze, and moderate energy (340). It's a solid, fun-sized wave, but it's a one-off.
From Tuesday 21st all the way through to Thursday 31st July, the forecast is grim. A long stretch of onshore or cross-onshore winds, lumpy conditions, and generally poor surf quality. There are a few pulses of swell, like an 8ft south swell on Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd, but the wind is just too strong, making it a messy, blown-out mess. The energy is strong (787 and 2006), but it's a washout for a paddle board. Honestly, if you're into kiting, that Wednesday and Thursday might look more interesting than a surf.
The whole story changes when we flip the calendar to August. Saturday 1st August is the standout. The morning brings a 6ft SSW swell with a clean, glassy cross-offshore wind. The water is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, around 60°. The energy is ramping up to strong (765). But it's the afternoon that's the real gem. We're looking at a 7ft SSW swell, a clean offshore breeze, and a solid 10-second period – that's proper groundswell. The energy is very strong (1285). This is expert territory size-wise, but if you've got the skills, the conditions are set to be absolutely spot-on. This is the one to wait for.
So, a lot of waiting, but that first day of August looks like it will be well worth the patience.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 26mm), heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 23°C on Sat afternoon, min 15°C on Fri morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the WSW on Fri night, strong winds from the S by Sat night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 27mm), heaviest during Wed afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 15°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon night, strong winds from the S by Wed morning). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 14 | SSW 6 | SE 14 | SE 13 | SSW 4 | S 5 | S 7 | SSW 7 | S 7 | S 8 | SSW 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | SSW 7 | SSE 6 | S 8 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
33 | 67 | 30 | 28 | 34 | 60 | 426 | 379 | 134 | 76 | 209 | 66 | 58 | 55 | 16 | 173 | 786 | 1738 | 1070 | 1207 | 395 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:32AM1.72m | 11:41PM1.76m | 12:20PM1.70m | 00:32AM1.64m | 1:08PM1.65m | 1:23AM1.52m | 1:56PM1.60m | 2:16AM1.40m | 2:45PM1.54m | 3:13AM1.31m | 3:36PM1.49m | 4:14AM1.25m | 4:29PM1.46m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 5:34PM0.23m | 6:02AM0.08m | 6:27PM0.28m | 6:48AM0.18m | 7:20PM0.33m | 7:34AM0.29m | 8:14PM0.39m | 8:21AM0.41m | 9:10PM0.44m | 9:11AM0.50m | 10:09PM0.47m | 10:05AM0.57m | 11:08PM0.47m | ||||||||
5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | |
— | 8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:54 | — | — | 8:53 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:52 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | 16 | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 11 | 15 | 6 | 3 | 6 |
Temp °C | 19 | 20 | 19 | 22 | 23 | 17 | 18 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 17 |
Feels °C | 14 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 13 | 20 | 17 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 12 | S 7 | S 7 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | SSW 7 | SE 11 | E 7 | — | S 10 | S 10 | S 9 |
33 | 34 | 22 | 10 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 211 | 134 | 76 | 117 | 66 | 58 | 55 | 16 | 5 | 1 | — | 1070 | 799 | 395 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 14 | SE 14 | SE 14 | SE 13 | SE 7 | E 10 | E 9 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SSW 8 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 11 | E 7 | SSE 11 | SE 11 | — | — | — | — | SE 8 |
32 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 23 | 23 | 46 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 4 | 11 | 5 | — | — | — | — | 131 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SSW 8 | E 8 | — | — | E 10 | E 9 | SE 7 | — | E 7 | E 7 | SE 11 | S 5 | — | — | — | — | — | S 8 |
3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 11 | — | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 68 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 3 | SSW 6 | — | SSW 6 | SSW 4 | S 5 | S 7 | SSW 7 | — | — | SSW 8 | — | — | — | ESE 4 | SSE 6 | S 8 | S 10 | — | S 10 | — |
2 | 67 | — | 21 | 34 | 60 | 426 | 379 | — | — | 209 | — | — | — | 11 | 173 | 786 | 1738 | — | 1207 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 397 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 943 | 551 | 501 | 568 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2777 | 1313 | 914 | 422 | 523 | 501 | 501 | 672 | 501 |
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Information about the Broad Cove Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Broad Cove provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Broad Cove can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Broad Cove surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Broad Cove) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Broad Cove may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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